Premier League leaders Chelsea head into the 10th matchday still unbeaten, with José Mourinho's side sat four points clear of Southampton at the top of the table. This season they've only dropped points against the two Manchester clubs, and that's not likely to change as they host struggling Queens Park Rangers in a West London Derby on Saturday.
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Chelsea should have no problems dispatching QPR in Saturday’s West London Derby.
Shaun Botterill
Despite what looked like a pretty productive summer, QPR have struggled since their return to the Premier League. Last weekend's victory over Aston Villa was only their second win of the entire campaign, and only Burnley are sat below them in the table. If they manage to pick up anything away at Stamford Bridge on Saturday, it will no doubt be considered a success.
Key player - Diego Costa (Chelsea)
The key player in this match is probably the Premier League’s best player overall at present. Diego Costa has had an incredible start to life at Chelsea, scoring nine goals in his first seven league appearances. He has had some fitness concerns of late, but it’s looking like he’ll be fine to start against QPR. Sorry about that, Harry Redknapp ...
Key matchup - Oscar vs. Sandro
Costa has certainly stolen the Chelsea headlines, but his teammate Oscar has been in some sparkling form so far this season too. In this match, the Blues’ central playmaker will probably be up against his compatriot Sandro, who will be tasked with trying to limit his creative influence.
Chelsea injuries and suspensions
Out: Loïc Remy (groin), César Azpilicueta (suspended). In doubt: None.
Queens Park Rangers injuries and suspensions
Out: Alejandro Faurlín (knee), Jordon Mutch, Joey Barton (hamstring), Rio Ferdinand (suspended). In doubt: Nedum Onuoha (hamstring), Alex McCarthy (thigh).
Chelsea will be without striker Loïc Remy and full-back César Azpilicueta through injury and suspension respectively, though Diego Costa should be fit enough to return to his spot in attack. QPR, meanwhile, are still without midfielders Alejandro Faurlín, Jordon Mutch and Joey Barton, with Nedum Onuoha and Alex McCarthy in doubt. Rio Ferdinand is suspended for three matches as punishment for an offensive tweet.
Match Date/Time: Saturday, 3 p.m. local, 10 a.m. ET
Venue: Stamford Bridge, London, England
TV: NBCSN, Mun2 (U.S.), Sportsnet regional networks (Canada)
Online: NBC Sports Live Extra (U.S. - English), Deportes Telemundo En Vivo (U.S. - Spanish), Sportsnet World Now (Canada)
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